A NEW POPE
For the first time in history a man from the United States has been elected pope. Thursday, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, 69, was selected by 133 cardinals from across the globe on the second day of the conclave in Rome. The new pontiff, who originally hails from Chicago, took the name Leo XIV.
CRIME STOPPERS
Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a theft from a garage in Newark. According to police, in mid March, someone broke into a garage and shed at a residence in the 1100 block of Taylor Ave. and stole approximately $5,000 worth of tools, gym bags, and a laptop. If you have any information call crime stoppers at 740-349-6888.
CPC FORUM
The United Way of Licking County's next Community Partners Council Forum will be held Wednesday, May 14 from 10:00am-12:00pm at Licking County Aging Partners on East Main Street in Newark. This month's topic focuses on Trauma Informed Care. To register visit www.unitedwaylc.org.
FAIRFIELD HEALTH ASSESSMENT
The Fairfield County Health Department is inviting all residents to participate in a brief Community Health Assessment Survey to help identify and better understand the health needs across the county. The survey asks community members to share their thoughts on the most pressing health concerns, as well as ideas for how to make Fairfield County a healthier place to live, work, and play. For more information visit www.fairfieldhealth.org.
ST. ALBANS GOLF CLUB
If you are looking to play a fun and challenging golf course look no further than St. Albans Golf Club. GM and Co-Owner Wynn Yamamota says they work hard to ensure everyone who plays has fun.
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To book a tee time visit www.stalbansgolfclub.com.
CHILD CARE PROVIDERS
Medicaid provides critical coverage for child care providers, many of whom are low-paid and often go without employer-based insurance. Groundwork Ohio Vice President Brittany Boulton says this is especially vital for rural families.
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Roughly, 30% of children in rural Ohio rely on Medicaid for health coverage, placing the state among the top 10 nationally for rural child enrollment.